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Elkridge, Census-designated place in Howard County, Maryland, United States.

Elkridge extends across residential neighborhoods and commercial zones at the intersection of major transportation routes in Howard County, Maryland.

The Maryland General Assembly established the settlement as Jansen Town in 1733, marking it as the oldest community in Howard County.

The Elkridge Assembly Rooms provided a gathering space for residents during the Civil War, fostering community connections in divided times.

Multiple elementary and middle schools serve the educational needs of local families within the Howard County Public School System.

The Thomas Viaduct, constructed in 1833, stands as the oldest multiple-arched curved stone railroad bridge still in use worldwide.

Location: Howard County

Inception: 1734

Elevation above the sea: 29 m

GPS coordinates: 39.21250,-76.71361

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:39

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